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Percival Everett's The Trees is a must-listen that opens with a series of brutal murders in the rural town of Money, Mississippi. When a pair of detectives from the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation arrive, they meet expected resistance from the local sheriff, his deputy, the coroner, and a string of racist White townsfolk. The murders present a puzzle, for at each crime scene there is a second dead body: that of a man who resembles Emmett Till.

Kevin Pace is working on a painting that he won't allow anyone to see: not his children, not his best friend, Richard, not even his wife, Linda. The painting is a canvas of 12 feet by 21 feet (and three inches) that is covered entirely in shades of blue. It may be his masterpiece or it may not; he doesn't know or, more accurately, doesn't care. What Kevin does care about are the events of the past.

Eighteen of the very best American short stories, each a classic in its own right. Stories include "The Little Frenchman and his Water Lots", by George Pope Morris; "The Angel of the Odd", by Edgar Allan Poe; "The Schoolmasters’s Progress", by Caroline M.S. Kirkland; "The Watkinson Evening", by Eliza Leslie; "Titbottom’s Spectacles", by George William Curtis; "My Double and "How He Undid Me", by Edward Everett Hale; "A Visit to the Asylum for Aged and Decayed Punsters", by Oliver Wendell; and more.

Want to build smart AI projects, save hours every day, and launch a future-proof career—even if you’re starting from zero? This book gives you the tools, guidance, and projects to make it happen.

Everett True, the journalist credited with discovering Nirvana, Hole, Pavement, and Soundgarden, offers an exclusive, insider's account of one of rock's most influential bands. He famously introduced Kurt Cobain to Courtney Love, performed with Nirvana numerous times, and even pushed Kurt onto the stage at the 1992 Reading Festival in a wheelchair. This is the definitive story, told by the only journalist allowed into the Cobain home immediately after Kurt’s death.

Daniel Everett, then a Christian missionary, arrived among the Pirahã in 1977 - with his wife and three young children - intending to convert them. What he found was a language that defies all existing linguistic theories and reflects a way of life that evades contemporary understanding. The Pirahã have no counting system and no fixed terms for color. They have no concept of war or of personal property.

No job? Fresh out of school? Laid off? In the rapidly emerging gig economy, millions of workers will never have a job. But they can have a lifetime of profitable and satisfying assignments and projects. Written by an adept consultant who hasn’t had “permanent employment” since 9/11, this handy little book will help you survive - and thrive - as an independent contractor. Don’t wait for someone else to decide your future - here’s how to write your own story.

Qui est James ? Le jeune esclave illettré qui a fui la plantation ? Ou cet homme cultivé et plein d’humour qui se joue des Blancs ? Percival Everett transforme le personnage de Jim créé par Mark Twain, dans son roman Huckleberry Finn , en un héros inoubliable. James prétend souvent ne rien savoir, ne rien comprendre ; en réalité, il maîtrise la langue et la pensée comme personne. Ce grand roman d’aventures, porté par les flots tourmentés du Mississippi, pose un regard incisif entièrement neuf sur la question du racisme.

Every city has its own horrible history. Each month hosts Emily Barlean and Rachel Everett will venture to two new cities and do a deep dive into a piece of history that you won't read about in the travel brochures – all the horrible, tragic and traumatic things that have happened in the history of the world.

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER A brilliant, action-packed reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, both harrowing and darkly humorous, told from the enslaved Jim's point of view NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST ONE...

This fully revised and updated resource offers complete coverage of the latest release of CompTIA A+ exams 220-1101 and 220-1102. You'll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations. Designed to help you pass the CompTIA A+ exams with ease, this definitive guide also serves as an essential on-the-job IT reference.

Matthew 5: 16 says, "Your light must shine before people in such a way that they may see your good works and glorify your Father, who is in heaven" (NASB 1995). Thus, this book seeks to glorify God--the Creator and Owner of the earth and all it contains, the world, and those who dwell in it (Psalm 24: 1 NASB)--by encouraging people to live a more abundant life and to live it to the full (John 10: 10).

Summer 2.0 is not here to replace Summer Dillon. As an android, she’s a little different: a control panel instead of a brain, a mechanical heart instead of a physical one. She can't quite replicate Summer’s easy breaths or airy laughter, and she can only construct her personality with 93%...

Discover the hidden treasures of America’s Northeast with Exploring the Northeast National Parks, Hidden Gems and Beyond. This comprehensive guide takes you beyond the well-trodden paths to uncover the region’s most stunning and lesser-known national parks, historical sites, and natural wonders. From the rugged cliffs of Acadia to the rolling hills of Shenandoah and the historic trails of Saratoga, the Northeast offers a tapestry of landscapes rich in beauty, history, and adventure.

Budding economist Cynthia Proctor knows everything there is to know about statistical impossibilities. In 1954, women like her from middle class families do not earn degrees from prestigious New England colleges. Zero is the number of women on faculty. When Cynthia receives notice that her...

In today’s fast-moving world, AI isn’t just for tech experts or data scientists—it’s for you. Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur, busy professional, creative thinker, or total beginner, this book will show you how to use ChatGPT and AI tools to save time, boost productivity, and get more done than ever before.

Want to learn Python and start coding real apps in just 7 days? Start from scratch—even if you’ve never written a single line of code—and build real projects you’ll be proud of. In this beginner-friendly crash course, you'll learn Python the easy way with hands-on projects, clear step-by-step instructions, and zero fluff. Whether you're a total newbie, a student, or just curious about coding, this book will get you started the right way.

Learn Machine Learning While You Listen – Build Real AI Projects Without a Tech Background. Whether you're driving, working out, or just tired of reading screen after screen, this audiobook gives you the full crash course in machine learning — hands-free.

Your job won’t survive the AI revolution. But you can. This audiobook is your wake-up call. In The AI Job Shock, Lucas Everett reveals the cold truth behind the rise of artificial intelligence—and how it's already replacing millions of jobs. But all hope isn’t lost. With the right skills, mindset, and strategy, you can beat the bots and stay ahead.

At 21 years old, Benjamin Franklin created a club of free thinkers. It was created out of the belief that each member would benefit. That there would be a mutual improvement among them.At 21 years old I am creating this podcast for similar purposes. I create this now alone but in hopes to build a community of free thinkers. I plan to share my learnings from classic literature, history, and any other readings I find insightful. I hope to receive mutual improvement. Thus I call this podcast The Junto.